Dual Language

What is the Dual Language Program? ¿Qué es el Programa de Lenguaje Dual?

The Dual Language Program is also known as a Two-Way Immersion Program. It is a long-term bilingual and bicultural program that uses two languages for instruction, learning, and communication. A balanced number of students from two main language groups (English and Spanish) are integrated for instruction with the goal of becoming bilingual, bi-literate, and bicultural. The program is also open to students from families who speak a language other than English or Spanish.

The philosophy of Naperville School District 203's Dual Language Program is to educate our students to become bilingual, bi-literate, and bicultural in this ever increasing global society. Ultimately, we want our students to achieve academic excellence in two languages and attain a multicultural understanding and appreciation for the different cultures represented in our Dual Language program.

The mission of Naperville School District's Dual Language Program is to establish a strong, standards-based curriculum, which promotes high academic achievement in both English and Spanish in an environment that embraces diversity and strives for excellence. It is our mission to teach our students the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to become productive and responsible citizens in this ever changing global society.